Spray foam insulation is an ideal solution for securing tiles on the roofs of listed and historic buildings.
Spray foam insulation is applied to the underside of roofs to bond slates and tiles together, providing effective insulation and structural support.
Whilst spray foam insulation can benefit buildings of all different shapes, sizes and ages, it can be particularly useful for securing tiles on the roofs of historic or listed buildings, here’s why:
Preserve appearance
It is very important to preserve the appearance and original character of historic and listed buildings by retaining original features and materials where possible. Securing and sealing the existing roof with spray foam can help to bond the existing roof and tiles together to cure nail fatigue and avoid the need to replace roofing materials.
Protect roof tiles against theft
Very old and listed buildings are also more likely to have valuable tiles on their roofs, including lead tiles, which are frequently targeted by thieves.
Bonding your roof’s tiles together and to the roof’s structure using spray foam will help to protect valuable roof tiles from being stolen.
Further benefits of spray foam insulation
As well as protecting and preserving the outer appearance of historic and listed buildings, spray foam insulation provides a whole host of other benefits including:
- Affordable solution to re-roofing.
- Makes the roof weather-resistant.
- Seals the roof to get rid of air leaks and draughts.
- Improves the building’s energy efficiency.
- Keeps the building feeling warm and comfortable.
- Prevents condensation build-up.
- Reduces the risk of pipes and tanks freezing.
The spray foam we install at Metropolitan Insulation prevents interstitial condensation, whilst also allowing the roof’s battens to ‘breathe’. It also meets Class 1 Surface Spread of Flame when tested to BS 476 Part 7:1997.
For more information about our spray foam insulation, or to request a free consultation, get in touch with our team by calling us on 0800 028 4042.
